Bills finish day one of the draft…
I would have to give the Bills a B- on day one of the draft.
Pick Player Pos Ht Wt College Round 1, Pick 11 (11) Aaron Maybin DE 6′4″ 249 Penn State Pick Analysis:The Bills take the dynamic pass-rushing specialist from Penn State. Though Maybin left State College, Pa., as a one-year starter, he racked up 12 sacks in his final season and dazzled scouts with his exceptional first-step quickness. For a team in desperate need of a pass rush, Maybin appears to be the ideal fit. Round 1, Pick 28 (28) (From Panthers through Eagles) Eric Wood C 6′4″ 310 Louisville Pick Analysis:The Bills add a versatile offensive lineman to their reshuffled lineup. Though Wood is viewed as a pivot by some scouts, he has the size, skills and football IQ to man several positions along the line. With the team attempting to cope with the loss of Jason Peters, Wood could be a key player in the Bills’ rebuilding efforts. Round 2, Pick 10 (42) Jairus Byrd CB 5′10″ 207 Oregon Pick Analysis:The former Duck is a natural ballhawk with outstanding coverage skills. He finished his collegiate career with 17 interceptions, and his penchant for producing game-changing turnovers will improve the Bills’ secondary. Round 2, Pick 19 (51) (From Cowboys) Andy Levitre OL 6′3″ 305 Oregon State Pick Analysis:The Bills make a trade to nab Levitre in the second round. The versatile former Beaver has the ability to play guard or tackle as a pro. With the Bills retooling their offensive line, the selection of Levitre gives the team options and depth at the position.
The Bills ended day one with four players that will rival anyone on the current roster for the starting position, a retooling of the offensive line, addition to the defensive line, and a cornerback selection have the Bills not only readying for next season, but preparing for the future as well.
While each pick has question marks over them, and some eye brow raising is surely done by fans across the nation – it could all come together for a management team that might be running towards the 2009 season a little worried that they might not have a job in Buffalo if something positive is not done.
With Parrish and Kelsay still on the chopping block, the Bills may not be done heading into camp – but another major move is highly unlikely.
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